Director of Sales & Marketing

InterContinental Hotels Group; Riyadh; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel brand seeks a Director of Sales & Marketing to drive bookings and enhance brand presence in Riyadh. The role involves leading a dynamic team to develop effective sales strategies, manage budgets, and engage industry partners. Ideal candidates hold a relevant degree and have 5+ years of leadership experience in hospitality.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Hotel discounts

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in sales and marketing leadership, preferably in hospitality.
• Proven track record of driving revenue growth.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead sales and marketing team to achieve revenue targets.
• Develop and implement innovative sales strategies.
• Build relationships with clients and local communities.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical Thinking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or Hospitality

Job description

# Director of Sales & Marketing
Hotel Brand: Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts
Location: Saudi Arabia, Riyadh
Hotel: Riyadh - Al Takhassusi (RUHTA), TBD, Al-Takassusi Street
Job number: 146625

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Driving bookings and building strong brand presence is at the heart of our success – and as Director of Sales & Marketing, you’ll lead the charge.
We’re looking for a strategic and energetic leader to develop and execute sales and marketing plans that attract guests, grow revenue, and elevate our hotel’s profile. You’ll inspire your team, build relationships, and deliver creative campaigns that truly resonate.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

No two days are the same, but you’ll mostly be:
Leading the sales and marketing team to achieve ambitious revenue targets and business goals
Developing and implementing innovative sales strategies and marketing campaigns
Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, partners, and local communities
Analyzing market trends, competitor activity, and guest insights to drive competitive advantage
Collaborating with other departments to align marketing efforts with overall hotel operations and guest experience
Managing budgets, forecasts, and performance reports to maximize ROI
Representing the hotel at industry events and networking opportunities

What we need from you:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Hospitality, or related field
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in sales and marketing leadership, preferably in hospitality or a related sector
Proven track record of driving revenue growth and building high-performing teams
Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Creative mindset with strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities
Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus

What you can expect from us:

We offer a dynamic and supportive workplace with competitive salary, excellent benefits, hotel discounts, and continuous learning opportunities. You’ll be part of a global brand that values innovation, inclusion, and personal growth.
At IHG, we celebrate diversity and encourage our people to bring their unique perspectives to work. Join us and play a key role in shaping unforgettable experiences for guests around the world.

Who we are

Join Crowne Plaza one of the largest and best loved premium hotel brands in the world. With more than 420 hotels in diverse locations globally Crowne Plaza is the perfect base to connect on business, pleasure or a blend of both. We've thoughtfully designed our spaces to encourage, support and celebrate great connections. We're also big on meetings and events, a trusted and valued partner for connecting both domestic and global groups alike.
Our branded service style 'Dare to Connect' is crafted for connection. Designed for humans not nameless guests or colleagues. Still professional but touches guests on an emotional level. Where colleagues take their initiative and use their personality because they make a crucial difference in the guest's experience. The role of every colleague at Crowne Plaza is to create memorable emotional connections and the job of every leader is to create an environment where that can happen.